fearful for the crew. "Sir, don't you think we *need* the men if we plan on traveling more? We can't just rely on one city."

crosses his arms. "I know. But they have to realize that this kind of behavior is unacceptable."

cringes a bit, remembering times when Roderich lost his shit. "W-well, we could always dock their pay to cover the repairs."

about this. "Alright, fine. As long as you lash some of the ringleaders as well." This is srs bsns.

sighs in relief. She glances at the books he was reading through, just out of curiosity, and is *extremely* relieved."Will do."

nods and closes the book. Everything in there is far too messy anyway. "I'm glad I can rely on you for this, Elias."

reaaally hopes that the men don't turn on her for this. "No problem. I'll do it once I return to the ship."

would like to change the subject! ;; "Is business going well here?"

leans back in his chair. "Very well, actually. I'm in negotiations with Xiang about a new haul. Some art pieces, jewels, the like. A piano."

smiles, shaking her head to herself. Of course. "You're buying a new one?"

nods. "It was a plan in effect before I heard about the...unfortunate actions of the crew."

about this for a moment. "Well... if you're planning on purchasing a new piano, wouldn't it be a smart idea to sell the old piano parts--

since we can't use them anyway?"

frowns. "I thought you told me it could be repaired."